Causes: The main etiological factors for a backache these days are the stress and the strains that are felt in the lower back area. These stresses and strains are the main cause for the provocation of the Vatic doshas. This leads to the stiffness in the back.
Some other reasons that lead to a backache are traveling through uneven or rippled roads, too much usage of a two-wheeler, lifting heavy objects and lack of exercise. With the enhancement of technology, man has turned into a machine. This is also considered a strong reason for a backache.